Red Dead Redemption 2 PS5 file size
PS5 install sizes and what they mean for your storage
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Red Dead Redemption 2 takes about 105GB on PS5. It fills 16% of a launch PS5, 12% of a PS5 Slim and 6% of a PS5 Pro. Put on a 2TB M.2 SSD, it leaves space for roughly 25 more big games, or 11 on 1TB. Figure from TheSixthAxis, citing Rockstar's stated requirement, checked 12 October 2026.
What Red Dead Redemption 2 uses on a PS5, Slim and Pro
| Console | Share of built-in storage | Space left after installing it |
|---|---|---|
| PS5 (667GB usable) | 16% | 562GB |
| PS5 Slim (848GB usable) | 12% | 743GB |
| PS5 Pro (1.89TB usable) | 6% | 1,785GB |
Install size 105GB. Source: TheSixthAxis, citing Rockstar's stated requirement, checked 12 October 2026. Treat it as a snapshot: patches and add-ons alter it, and Settings, Storage on the console has today's value.
Room left on an M.2 SSD
| SSD size | Other big games that fit alongside Red Dead Redemption 2 | Compare drives |
|---|---|---|
| 1TB | 11 | 1TB PS5 SSDs |
| 2TB | 25 | 2TB PS5 SSDs |
| 4TB | 51 | 4TB PS5 SSDs |
Other games counted at an average of 75GB each.
What to know about the Red Dead Redemption 2 install
There is no native PS5 version: the PS4 game runs on PS5. Rockstar's stated requirement at launch was at least 105GB, with online play adding more.
By size, Red Dead Redemption 2 is number 6 of the 32 games in our list. Closest in size: Black Myth Wukong at 104.4GB, NBA 2K26 at 102.7GB, AC Shadows at 102.6GB. The full list is on the game size index, and the capacity calculator adds games up for you.
Compatible drives, live prices
| Product | Capacity | Price | Price per TB | Tech | Prime | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD 4TB (Up to 7,300 MB/s read speed, Up to 6,600 MB/s write speed, M.2 2280, PCIe Gen4, Gaming Storage Expansion, High Performance Internal solid state drive) POWERED BY SANDISKUsed | 4 TB | £404.67 | £101.17 | NVMe | Prime | Buy on Amazon |
| fanxiang NVMe SSD 4TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4, Up to 7000MB/s | 4 TB | £429.99 | £107.50 | NVMe | - | Buy on Amazon |
| Fikwot FX991 4TB SSD, M.2 2280 NVMe SSD, PCIe Gen4x4, Up to 7300MB/s, HMB+SLC, High Performance Gaming Internal Solid State Drive for PS5, Laptops, Desktop(PC) | 4 TB | £429.99 | £107.50 | NVMe | - | Buy on Amazon |
| Ediloca 4TB NVMe M.2 SSD PCIe Gen 4x4, Up to 7000MB/s Read, M.2 2280 Internal Solid State Drive, Dynamic SLC Cache, Compatible with PC, Desktop and Laptops(EN880E) | 4 TB | £429.99 | £107.50 | NVMe | - | Buy on Amazon |
| fanxiang NVMe SSD 4TB M.2 Heatsink PCIe Gen4, Up to 7000MB/s | 4 TB | £439.99 | £110.00 | NVMeHeatsinkCheck height | - | Buy on Amazon |
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Frequently asked questions
How much space does Red Dead Redemption 2 need on a PS5?
About 105GB, according to TheSixthAxis, citing Rockstar's stated requirement. Checked 12 October 2026. Expect it to grow with updates.
Will Red Dead Redemption 2 fit on a standard PS5?
Yes. It takes 16% of the 667GB usable, leaving about 562GB.
How many other games fit with Red Dead Redemption 2 on a 2TB SSD?
About 25 at an average of 75GB each.
Can I install Red Dead Redemption 2 on an external drive?
Yes. It is a PS4 game, and PS4 games run directly from a USB drive on a PS5.
What is the cheapest SSD with room for Red Dead Redemption 2?
Cheapest today: fanxiang NVMe SSD 4TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 at £429.99 (£107.50/TB), as of 21 October 2026.
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